This is a commentary and more. Written from a conservative evangelical perspective, Christopher Ash has written a most helpful book for preachers and teachers. The book aims to give the preacher the tools he needs to preach or teach a series from Romans. Each chapter is brim full of valuable resources. First there is a brief verse by verse commentary, and then a summary of the main themes of the passage, then suggested points of application, then some sermon outlines and finally questions that could be asked at a Bible study. As a pure commentary Christopher Ash’s exposition is sure footed and sound if a little brief in places. He highlights the Greek meaning of words where necessary and is particularly good at showing emphasis that has been lost in translation. The book really comes into its own in the helps it provides to preachers. I like how he transfers the Jewish/Gentile Christian issues into today’s largely Gentile church situation. The points of application are wide ranging and challenging. There are some striking suggested illustrations. The sermon outlines allow for everything from a 3 sermon mini-series to a 42 sermon exposition of the whole book. For the preacher to fully grasp the meaning of Romans, this reviewer suggests you would also need a more in depth commentary (such as William Hendriksen’s), but overall this is a valuable resource and highly recommended for anyone preparing to preach on Romans. Teaching Romans Volume Two – Unlocking Romans 9-16 for the Bible teacher, is ISBN – 978-1-845-50455-7